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The Castle Voice Newsletter is here!

It’s here! This Newsletter, lovingly referred to as The Castle Voice is your complete guide to upcoming WomanKraft Events, workshops and exhibits. This issue is good through the months of May – August, 2019. Enjoy!

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GETTING INTO SHAPES + ESPERANZA DANCE PROJECT PERFORMANCE

The Esperanza Dance Project and WomanKraft are teaming up to bring you a multi-dimensional performance fundraiser on March 23rd and 24th!!

Where: WomanKraft Art Center, 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
When: Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th. Performances 2-4 PM, Reception 4-6 PM. Suggested Donation of $10.

Please join us for a very special performance and reception on Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th. from 2 to 6pm. Esperanza company members will present and perform brand new choreography specific to WomanKraft’s unique performance spaces. Audience members will be taken on a guided tour to view 5 mini performances by the dancers, as well as a featured section from Esperanza’s multimedia performance, “House of Hope”.

Esperanza Dance Project performs at WomanKraft March 23+ 24th, 2 PM

Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th. 2 PM

 

“Getting Into Shapes”, a show about non-traditional explorations of artwork.

 

Feeling like some inspiration might do your creative journey some good? We recommend a visit to the WomanKraft gallery.

  • 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
  • This show runs through March 31, open weekly Wednesday – Saturday, 1-5 PM.

These artists are thinking outside the box – come inside and take a look.

 

 

“Day of the Dead Hearts” Hand-Sewn by Debra K. Martinez

“Getting into Shapes” and thinking outside the box!

Hey there! Happy February and love day and all things golden and sunshine.

Isn’t this work just GORGEOUS by local artist Tony Di Angelis?

 

Artwork by Tony Di Angelis

If you haven’t been in to see the current exhibit at WomanKraft, why not join us for an evening Reception on March 2nd??
The show, “Getting into Shapes” is chalked full of unique work exploring unconventional interpretations of art and it is truly amazing!
**We’ll be having a very special vintage gramophone playing on March 2nd too! 7-10 PM, 388 S. Stone Ave.

“No Apologies (Childishness)”
Mixed Media
by Audrey Waner

Feeling like some inspiration might do your creative journey some good? We recommend a visit to the WomanKraft gallery where the current exhibit is sure to get you thinking in new ways.
“Getting into Shapes” is open weekly every Wednesday – Saturday from 1-5 PM, at 388 S. Stone Ave.
Call us with questions!

“Carnevale” Leather Mask by Jolene Schafer

Art comes in all shapes and sizes. Our current exhibit is a collection of work by local artists exploring round art, 3-D art, sculptures, triangles, trapezoids, animal shapes, MASKS, and more!
“Getting into Shapes” and thinking outside the box.
Come see for yourself every Wednesday – Saturday from 1-5 pm through March 3oth. (And remember our upcoming reception will be Saturday, March 2nd, from 7-10 PM.
Come for a chance to meet the artists and discuss their work and process in person!

Next Reception: Saturday, March 2nd, 7-10 PM.

388 S. Stone Ave.

RECEPTION THIS SATURDAY FOR THE HOLIDAY BAZAAR

It’s Reception Night.

It’s a big weekend at WomanKraft, and we’d love to have you join us for our evening reception to celebrate the current exhibit, “The Holiday Bazaar”.

 

It’s a very special exhibit with your holiday shopping in mind.

Over 28 local artists are sharing their creativity in unique,
useful and stylish ways to help you spread the love for those you care about.

Everything on display is for sale, and it is all going for $100 or less,
in the spirit of gift giving. Have someone who has everything? We’ve got you.

The reception is free and open to the public.

  • Evening Reception for “The Holiday Bazaar”
  • 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
  • 7:00-10:00 PM. Refreshments will be served

    Collage Notebooks Zoe Rhyne

    Everyone is invited.

    This is our 31st Annual “Holiday Bazaar!”
    A Tucson tradition, art by local artists is featured in a variety of media and subject matter.
    All with affordability in mind, the work for sale retailing for $100 or less..

 

Call to Artists: The 31st Annual Holiday Bazaar @ WomanKraft

Want to submit work in an upcoming exhibition at WomanKraft? Here’s your chance!!

Call to Artists.

WomanKraft is currently seeking submissions for the 31st Annual
“HOLIDAY BAZAAR”. A Tucson tradition.

Calling all local artists..

  • This exhibit will feature work by local artists in a variety of fine crafts and art that reflect the diversity of the Holiday season.
  • In the spirit of gift giving, all work needs to retail for $100 or less.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: October 27th, 2018.

 Interested in participating in this event? All work must be presented in person to Director of Exhibits Zoe Rhyne. Call (520)629-9976 extension #3 to schedule appointments. 

Subject matter is open.

The theme of this exhibit is restricted only to the price range. That means, the subject matter and media is up to the artist. You can expect to see a huge variety in fine crafts and art, exploring many themes and ideas.

Something for everyone

All artists are encouraged to submit work and participate in the show, and everyone is welcome to come and support it. A great place to find unique gifts for your loved ones and emerge yourself in the Tucson art scene. This event is free and open to the public.

Catch “Reflections” currently on Display at WomanKraft!

Reflections.
The current exhibit at WomanKraft, “Reflections” explores the theme of reflections in many shapes, forms and puddles.
Open to the public every Wednesday-Saturday from 1-5 PM.
388 S Stone Ave.

Please join us at the WomanKraft Art Center this weekend for

WASTE NOT WANT NOT

Reception: Saturday, July 7th,  7:00 – 10:00 pm

Flower Pot by Ana Yanez

Exhibit runs through July 28, 2018 
Evening Reception:July 7th, 7-10 PM

WomanKraft Art Center 388 S. Stone Avenue Tucson, Arizona
Just 4 blocks south of Broadway Boulevard, on Stone Avenue

This radical show is something worth seeing, all artwork on display is featuring work made from
predominantly recycled plastic

Come try to look at plastic from a new perspective.
Join more than 18 artists exhibiting new artwork exploring the use of plastic.

 

 

WASTE NOT WANT NOT

Don’t miss this last chance to join us for an evening reception for our current exhibit this Saturday July 7th from 7 till 10 pm. This fantastic show sheds new light on something that has permeated our lives and culture so much. This refreshing perspective will leave you thinking about plastic in ways you never imagined!

 

 

THE RUMMAGE SALE IS ALMOST HERE!
Please join us Friday and Saturday, August 17th and 18th, 8 AM – 4 PM

CALL (520) 629-9976 for details! We could really use some help for this event, please call to volunteer and help make this event a huge success!

‘DRAWING DOWN THE MUSE’ Opening Reception this Saturday, April 7th.

DRAWING DOWN THE MUSE

Our 26th Annual women’s only exhibit by and for local women artists. Join us in celebrating work exploring all mediums and subject matter by women artists.

Saturday, April 7th

7:00 – 10:00 pm

A celebration of our divine feminine power…

  • Evening Reception: Saturday, April 7th, from 7-10 PM
  • 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, Arizona, (just 4 blocks South of Broadway Blvd.)
  • Regular gallery hours are every Wednesday – Saturday, from 1 – 5 PM..
  • Call (520)629-9976 for additional information

Fluid Acrylic Clock by Joni Brei

Please join WomanKraft in celebrating a brand new exhibit and long standing tradition  at 388 S. Stone Avenue. This exhibit, entitled “Drawing Down the Muse”, will feature a large variety of local artists, all of them women. Subject matter will vary greatly for your viewing pleasure.

 

Regular Gallery Hours: Every Wednesday through Saturday, 1:00 – 5:00 PM.
Free and open to the public.

Glass Etching by Anissa Marie

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BINGO NIGHT! Friday, April 27th!

 

 

WomanKraft’s latest and greatest fundraiser, emphasis on fun, is Bingo Night!
$5 for non-members, $3 for members. And it only get’s better from there! Each additional card is only $1! Prizes include: art, plants, gift certificates, homemade goodies, jewelry, candles, magnets… and more!

Our next Bingo night will be  Friday, April 27th, 7-9pm.

If you haven’t BIN…
You should GO!

Esperanza Dance Project Performance Fundraiser @ WomanKraft

 

Two local non-profit arts organizations, The Esperanza Dance Project and the WomanKraft Art Center, are holding a multi-dimensional performance fundraiser on March 10th at the WomanKraft Art Center!/

Special fundraising performance will be held at the WomanKraft Art Center ‘Castle’,
located at  388 S. Stone Avenue, Tucson. Please join us for a very special performance and reception on Saturday, March 10th, from 2 to 6pm. Esperanza company members will present and perform brand new choreography specific to WomanKraft’s unique performance spaces. Audience members will be taken on a guided tour to view 6 mini performances by the dancers, as well as a featured section from Esperanza’s multimedia performance, “House of Hope”.

Suggested donation is $10.

Performances will be held from 2-4pm with an evening reception in the gallery from 4-6pm
for an chance to open conversations on topics pertaining to both organizations.

Find out more about this event by contacting WomanKraft directly at (520)629-9976
and learn more about the Esperanza Dance Project at www.esperanzadanceproject.org

Where: WomanKraft Art Center, 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701

When: Saturday, March 10th. Performances 2-4 PM, Reception 4-6 PM.

 

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CALL TO ARTISTS!

WomanKraft Art Center, located at 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701 currently has a CALL TO LOCAL ARTISTS!

CALL TO ARTISTS: ‘Drawing Down the Muse’

Upcoming exhibition: This is the 26th annual women’s only exhibit “Drawing Down the Muse”, by and for local women artists. Come and join us in the celebration of our divine feminine power. All mediums and subject matter accepted. Deadline for submissions: March 24th. Interested in exhibiting? Call (520) 629-9976 Ext. 3 for appointments with Director of Exhibits Zoe Rhyne. 

The Castle Voice is here!! New CALL TO ARTISTS, and Rummage Sale UPDATE!

The newest edition of THE CASTLE VOICE IS HERE!!

Good for the months of January through April, 2018, the Castle Voice contains all of the pertinent details of events, classes and workshops and other exciting news from the WomanKraft Art Center. Click on the cover below to download your very own copy!!

Castle Voice Jan-Apr 2018 COVER

Also, the INDOOR RUMMAGE SALE is almost here!!

RUMMAGE-JAN-2018

WomanKraft Art Center is hosting a huge indoor RUMMAGE SALE!!

WHERE: 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
WHEN: Friday, January 19th and Saturday January 20th, both days 8:00 AM -4:00 PM *No early birds!!*

WomanKraft, a 501 (c)3 non-profit arts organization hosts it’s bi-annual largest fundraiser.

WHAT: SUPPORT a local 501(c)3 non-profit organization at WomanKraft’s LARGEST bi-annual fundraiser, THE INDOOR RUMMAGE SALE!! We promise you’ll find something you just can’t live without! From toys, decorations, collection of art books, novels, and kitchen utensils, a huge variety of art supplies, technology and clothing.. there is something for everyone. The sale will be held inside the warm gallery for your shopping comfort!! Come more than once! And tell your friends!

 From toys, decorations, collection of art books, novels, and kitchen utensils, a huge variety of art supplies, tools, records, a keyboard, fancy furniture, not so fancy lamps, everything that is missing from you dream kitchen, technology goodies and clothing.. there is something for everyone. Come more than once! And please tell your friends!

THE SALE RUNS Friday and Saturday, January 19 + 20th, 8am – 4pm both days. 

Please call (520)629-9976 ext. 1 for details and to schedule participation. Volunteers needed!

and there is a current CALL TO ARTISTS
For “OUT OF THIS WORLD”

February 3 – March 31, 2018: OUT OF THIS WORLD
Receptions: February 3 + March 3, 2018.
Our glorious planet is ever inspiring in her diversity, let’s look even further past our Earth, and into the vastness of space! Galaxies, nebulas, stars, planets, alien creatures or worlds, constellations, astrology! The possibilities are only limited by your imagination. All mediums accepted.

Deadline for submissions: January 20, 2018.

Are you an artist interested in exhibiting with WomanKraft? Call 629-9976 ext. 3 for appointments with Director of Exhibits, Zoe Rhyne or to speak to her in person call Thursday or Friday 1-5pm. Artists please note: Shows are filled from first to respond. Deadlines indicated the last day works will be viewed, not the first. Hence, make contact A.S.A.P.